Emergency Tooth Nerve Pain Treatment in Las Vegas

Tooth Nerve Damage Symptoms

Nerve pain can often be a signal that one or more nerves within your teeth or jaw have been damaged, perhaps permanently. 

Nerve damage symptoms can include: 

• Sudden, severe toothache (lingering or throbbing pain).
• Sensitivity to hot/cold foods and drinks.
• Sharp pain when biting/chewing.
• Swelling, redness, or pus near the tooth/gum.
• Gum abscess or a visible pimple.
• Bad taste or smell in mouth (possible sign of abscess/infection).
• Radiating pain to jaw, ear, or head.

If you have any of these symptoms, it is essential you see an emergency dentist right away. The sooner you come in, the more likely it is that we can save your natural tooth. 

When Is a Toothache or Nerve Pain a Dental Emergency? 

Tooth pain is a dental emergency if pain is sudden, severe, and/or persistent. It’s also an emergency when it’s accompanied with other systematic symptoms, especially indications of infection. 

You should see an emergency dentist right away if you have:

• Persistent, severe pain, not relieved by medication.
• Swelling of gum, face, or jaw.
• Fever, chills, or difficulty swallowing.
• Bleeding, pus, or drainage from the gum or tooth.
• Cracked, broken, or dislodged teeth with exposed nerves.
• Tooth pain after an injury or accident.
• Any pain disrupting sleep or daily function.

In most cases, you should see an emergency dentist. However, if you are having trouble breathing, you should call an ambulance or visit a hospital emergency room right away. 

Emergency Tooth Pain Relief at Absolute Dental in Las Vegas 

If you’re in or near Las Vegas, Absolute Dental is absolutely the best place to relieve your tooth pain emergency. We offer same-day emergency dental appointments for tooth nerve pain and severe toothaches, as well as any other urgent dental emergencies you may be having. 

When you see us, you’ll receive digital X-rays and a comprehensive exam to identify the root cause, not just to treat the symptoms. We want to make sure your pain doesn’t come back.

On the other side of the same coin, emergency pain relief, with fast-acting local anesthesia and prescription medications, if needed, is our number one priority. We recognize pain management is essential to our duties as dental professionals, and we want to get you relief as fast as possible. Immediate pain relief with long-term results is our goal.

We offer immediate treatments, such as:

• Draining of infections or abscess.
• Temporary or permanent fillings.
• Root canal therapy for nerve damage or abscess.
• Tooth extraction, if necessary
• Palliative care, such as ice packs, over-the-counter pain relievers, and antibiotics for infections, as prescribed.

Patient comfort and urgent attention are our top priorities. 

Tooth Nerve Pain Treatment Options 

For long-term care of the underlying issues that cause tooth nerve pain, Absolute Dental offers many options for treatment: 

• Root canal therapy: This is the gold standard for infected or damaged tooth nerves. Root canal therapy removes nerves, cleans root canals, and can save the tooth from extraction, preserving your natural tooth. 
• Dental fillings and crowns: These tools can repair small fractures, deep cavities, or worn fillings, when the nerve is exposed but not infected. 
• Tooth extraction: For severely infected, damaged, or non-restorable teeth, an extraction may be required. 
• Antibiotics: If an infection has spread, antibiotics may be prescribed before or after any dental procedure.
• Pain management: We offer immediate relief with local anesthetic, NSAIDs, or prescription pain medications. 
• Pulp capping or vital pulp therapy: For early nerve exposure in younger patients or select cases, these therapies can work wonders. 

In every case, we always offer robust follow-up, ongoing oral hygiene advice, and customized dental procedures for long-term relief.

Preventing Tooth Nerve Pain and Emergencies

To prevent tooth pain and dental emergencies: 

• Brush and floss daily.
• Use fluoride toothpaste.
• Schedule regular dental check-ups and professional cleanings.
• Address small cavities or chips before they reach the nerve.
• Wear mouthguards if you grind teeth or play sports.
• Avoid chewing hard objects and ice that may crack teeth.
• Maintain a balanced diet and limit sugary snacks and drinks.

Why Choose Absolute Dental for Emergency Tooth Pain Relief in Las Vegas? 

Patients all over Nevada love Absolute Dental for our experienced emergency dentists and state-of-the-art technology, same-day, after-hours, and walk-in appointments, and our fast, compassionate pain relief and comprehensive diagnosis. 

For all of our patients, we offer customized treatment plans, transparent pricing, and we accept almost all major insurance carriers. Our focus is on restoring comfort, preventing future emergencies, and providing patient education.

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